My sputum Genexpert test showed that Mycobacterium Tuberculosis is present, but there's no detection of resistance to rifampicin. Does this mean I have MDR TB? I'm trying to understand the implications of the results. Can you help me figure out what this means for my treatment options?

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no its not mdr tb.

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I was diagnosed with TB after they found a left pleural effusion and completed a 6-month treatment, using Acurit4 for 2 months and Acurit3 for the other 4 months. Now everything's good and I don't have any symptoms. I'm wondering, is it safe for me to get the COVID vaccine now? Is there a specific one I should be going for, like Covishield or Covaxin?

can take

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I'm currently using a Seroflo 250 inhaler and I've read that it contains steroids. I'm a bit concerned about having to use this medication for the rest of my life. Could you please explain if there are any potential side effects or complications I should be aware of? I'm really looking for some clarity on this.

Long-term use of Seroflo 250 inhaler, containing Salmeterol and Fluticasone (a steroid), may lead to potential side effects, including oral thrush, hoarseness, coughing, headaches, and increased risk of pneumonia, osteoporosis, and cataracts; however, the benefits of controlling asthma symptoms often outweigh the risks

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My mom just had treatment for pleural effusion in her left lung and now she's experiencing pain in her stomach. Is this something normal after such a procedure, or should we be worried? Can you explain what's going on?

it might be refrred pain. ask her to take a painkiller

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